Description
Savor summer’s bounty with this classic zucchini slice, a rustic Australian favorite packed with garden-fresh ingredients. Crisp edges, cheesy interior, and wholesome flavors invite you to enjoy a slice of countryside comfort straight from the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 large eggs
- 4 medium zucchinis (about 2 cups grated)
- 4 ounces (120 grams) bacon, diced
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 cup self-rising flour
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
Liquid Ingredient:
- ¼ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by heating the oven to 350F (180C). Coat an 812-inch baking dish with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage.
- Transform zucchinis into fine shreds, then extract excess liquid using a clean cloth or paper towels, creating a dry vegetable base.
- Render bacon pieces in a skillet until crisp and golden. Introduce chopped onions, sautéing until translucent and fragrant. Transfer the mixture to a cooling area.
- Whisk eggs with olive oil, incorporating salt and pepper for seasoning. Fold grated zucchini, crispy bacon-onion blend, cheese, and self-rising flour into the liquid mixture, stirring until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the entire preparation into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the surface to ensure uniform thickness.
- Position the dish in the preheated oven, allowing it to transform for 3040 minutes. Monitor for a golden-brown exterior and firm center. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick, which should emerge clean.
- Remove from oven and let the slice rest for 10 minutes, allowing internal structure to stabilize. Slice into neat squares or rectangular portions. Enjoy warm or at ambient temperature as a versatile meal or snack.
Notes
- Extract maximum moisture from zucchini by pressing firmly with a clean towel to prevent a soggy texture in the final dish.
- Swap bacon for smoked turkey or vegetarian bacon bits to create a lighter, more diet-friendly version without compromising flavor.
- Use gluten-free self-rising flour for a celiac-friendly alternative that maintains the slice’s signature fluffy consistency.
- Add fresh herbs like chopped basil or chives to boost the slice’s aromatic profile and introduce a fresh, vibrant element to the recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg